Kenyan Maasai herders turn to fish farming as drought-stricken grazing land diminishes.

Severe drought in Kenya has prompted Maasai herders to seek alternative food sources, notably fish, as traditional cattle herding becomes unsustainable. Millions of livestock have died, and grazing land is diminishing due to climate change and urbanization. The Kajiado county government is actively supporting fish farming projects to diversify income and strengthen resilience, while some herders are also turning to camels for their hardiness in drought conditions.

September 04, 2024
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